Testicular Torsion Surgery in Windhoek

About this service

Testicular torsion surgery in Windhoek is emergency surgery that untwists a testicle affected by torsion and secures it in place to preserve its blood supply. Testicular torsion happens when the testicle twists on its own cord, cutting off blood flow, and it causes sudden, severe scrotal pain that requires urgent treatment to save the testicle. This is a time-critical procedure, and the sooner it is performed after symptoms start, the better the chance of preserving the testicle.

Eastgate Clinic performs testicular torsion surgery urgently in our on-site day theatre. If you have questions about testicular torsion surgery in Windhoek, our team at Eastgate Clinic is happy to talk you through what to expect and how to prepare.

What to expect

• Your doctor examines you immediately and may do a quick ultrasound, but surgery is not delayed for tests if torsion is likely.
• Under general anaesthesia the surgeon untwists the testicle, checks that blood flow returns and stitches it in place.
• If the testicle cannot be saved it is removed, and a prosthesis can be discussed later.
• The other testicle is secured during the same operation to prevent it twisting in future.

Who is it for?

You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:

• Sudden, severe pain in one testicle
• Rapid swelling of the scrotum
• Nausea or vomiting alongside sudden testicular pain
• Testicular pain that came on suddenly, especially in younger men and boys
• Any sudden severe scrotal pain, which needs urgent same-day assessment

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